Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain the cooling system until the coolant is below the water pump. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
- Remove the accessory drive belt from the water pump. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.6L (LY7).
- Use the EN 46104 in order to retain the water pump pulley.
- Remove the water pump pulley bolts and the water pump pulley.
- Remove the water pump bolts.
- Remove the water pump.
- Remove and discard the water pump gasket.
- Clean the water pump sealing surfaces.